energy bar

noun

a bar-shaped food intended to boost physical energy, typically containing a combination of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins and fortified with vitamins and minerals.

Origin of energy bar

First recorded in 1965–70

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Same as other hikers, she wanted energy bars and dehydrated meals, simply housed in compostable packaging.
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For years, the North Carolina company has been making top-shelf butters and dense energy bars, earning the attention of Oprah and Bon Appetit alike.
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They don’t want a very strong taste when they do burgers or energy bars or energy drinks.
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Over the years, I have gorged myself on energy bars, olive oil, hot sauce, mashed potatoes, beer, and even a block of expensive aged Parmesan lifted from hiker boxes.
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They’d break camp quickly, eating an energy bar or stashing one in their pocket for later.
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